Neil Syers is a seasoned financial executive, currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer at Bregal Investments. He was previously a founding partner and CFO at Hayfin Capital Management, where he was instrumental in scaling the firm to a €30 billion platform. Neil holds a BSc from the University of Birmingham and is a Chartered Management Accountant.
Neils undergraduate degree is in Geography, an uncommon background for a senior finance professional.
Neil Syers
Chief Financial Officer at Bregal Investments
London, England, United Kingdom
Overview
Topics They Care About
Scaling Investment Platforms
As a founding partner at his previous firm, he built the finance, operations, and infrastructure from the ground up, scaling it into a major alternative investment platform.
Global Finance Operations
His roles at Bregal and Hayfin involve overseeing global finance functions, managing organizational growth, and navigating complex international regulatory environments.
Fund Finance Strategy
He has experience navigating competitive financing facilities, creative structuring, and managing relationships with banking partners in the alternative investment sector.
Media Appearances
Work History
5-2025
Chief Financial Officer at Bregal Investments
5-2009 - 4-2025
CFO at Hayfin Capital Management LLP
5-2006 - 5-2009
Finance Director at Gandhara Capital
8-2002 - 5-2006
Finance Manager at Henderson Global Investors
8-2000 - 8-2002
Associate at Ernst & Young
Education
1997 - 2000
BSc from University of Birmingham
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Location : London, England, United Kingdom
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : Chief Financial Officer at Bregal Investments
